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An arrest can bring a great deal of fear and anxiety about your freedom and future. As former prosecutors with over 40 years of combined experience, our Santa Barbara criminal defense lawyers have seen the devastating impacts a criminal conviction can have. Whether you are accused of DUI or other crimes, it is important to get high-caliber defense right away. We understand the concerns you may have and will work tirelessly to help minimize the impacts of your charges, fighting to prevent a charge from becoming a conviction.
To increase your chances of achieving a favorable outcome in your case, it is in your best interests to hire our legal team immediately because time is of the essence, especially when your driving privileges or legal rights are on the line. For years, clients throughout Santa Barbara have trusted us to provide aggressive advocacy and compassionate counsel when they need it most. As such, you can depend on our attorneys to go above and beyond to pursue the best possible result for you.
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Posted by Grace | July 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Ian Morse was a godsend. He stepped in when my family needed help most—kind, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable. He got a criminal case moved to mental health court, where it rightfully belonged, giving our loved one a second chance. We are deeply grateful and forever in his debt!
Posted by anonymous | August 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney
We are incredibly grateful for Ian Morse for his compassion, competence and unwavering support. Ian guided us through the complexities of the legal system with dedication and skill, fighting tirelessly to ensure our family received a just outcome. What truly stood out was his ability to go above an...
Posted by Sean | January 24, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Ian was crucial to have on my side. I am impressed with his dedication and personal attention to my case and appreciate the time he spent speaking with me, in court, and behind the scenes. He knows both the law and general public extremely well and will take the time to ensure that he is working for ...
Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney
I am very thankful to have found Ian to help me with my criminal case. I found myself in a stressful and confusing situation with a lot on the line. Ian was informative, honest, compassionate, and communicative from my first phone call consultation and throughout the entire process. His expertise wa...
Posted by Karl | October 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Ian Morse is phenomenal all around. If you're looking for a defense attorney in Santa Barbara, he is the guy. I can't say enough good things about his knowledge, expertise, professionalism and work ethic. I got arrested and my life was unraveling around me. I had intense anxiety as to what my futur...
"Ian Morse is an exceptional criminal defense attorney. Only his diligence, knowledge, and dedication to his clients eclipse his many years of experience. Mr. Morse provides an honest assessment of each person’s situation and educates each client enabling each person to make well-informed choices. Mr. Morse help each person to move on."
Family lawyer
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1999
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English